Preparations for the inaugural Face of Kariba scheduled for this weekend at Kariba Country Club have gathered momentum. The beauty pageant which will see more than 10 models vying for the coveted title is being organised by Kariba Youth in Business Trust. Show organiser Alois Chimbangu said the pageant was expected to empower and create opportunities for the youths in Kariba.

“This is the beginning of an awakening giant that will not only provide for us but change lives of many young people in Kariba so that they can live life equally with those in other towns,” he said.

Chimbangu said beauty pageants promote tourism.

“I see Kariba as a virgin market so this is a golden opportunity for business people in and outside the town to tap the market through our platform. It has a lot of unheralded beauty of which after crowning the winner, she will not only represent the town through her beauty but will also market the areas too,” said Chimbangu.

He said there will be lots of entertainment line up on the night.

The Queen will walk away with a scholarship secured by the trust from the Mirror, a renowned organisation that promotes black intellectual beauty in Zimbabwe. Fans will be entertained by upcoming Zim dancehall artist Power Rasta who is also from Kariba and IKONIK crew while the event will be sponsored by CUT hotel, Size 4, Designer Closet and LETEEZ Fashions.and many others.

Kariba Youth in Business Trust has for the past months demonstrated how young people can be useful ambassadors of their small towns through starting their own businesses.